AI Birthday Video Maker From a Photo

Updated 2026-10-30 · Turnly

Upload one photo below: the words "she blows out the candles on the cake, laughs and looks at the camera" are already typed in on "Come alive". The AI turns it into a 10-second vertical video in a few minutes, $9.99, no sign-in. Change the words for your photo, for a pet too, then add "Happy birthday" and your song when you post.

The photo — One generation from this photo, shown as it came out.

Lines to try

"she blows out the candles on the cake, laughs and looks at the camera" (the sample above; the cake has to be in the photo).
"he raises his glass, smiles and says cheers".
"the cat looks at the camera and slowly blinks", or pick "Dance" for a birthday dance.
The AI follows the words as best it can and keeps the people, place and clothes as they are in the photo.

Step by step

Pick a photo of the birthday person (an adult who agrees) or your own pet, face clear and not too small.
Upload it above (no sign-in needed). Edit the words, up to 200 characters; keep 9:16 for TikTok, Reels and Stories.
Pay once: a 10-second 720p video on Seedance 2.0 Fast is $9.99 on its own (one payment, no subscription), or 40 credits; credits from $9.99 for 40.
Wait 2 to 5 minutes, download the MP4, then add your text and song in the app you post with.

What it can't do

Write "Happy birthday" or a name on the video: add the text when you post.
Use a song you choose: the sound is generated; turn it off and add your song.
Make a slideshow of many photos or add people who aren't in the photo.

Ways people use it

A birthday post: the candles from your favourite photo, in 9:16 for Stories and Reels.
A message to a friend far away, sent on the day.
A screen at a 30th, 50th or 70th party: an old photo of them as a young adult, brought to life (see Animate old photos).
Your pet's birthday: "the dog in the party hat wags his tail and tilts his head".
Give a friend credits as a gift link so they can make their own (see Gift).

Which photo works best?

The birthday person (an adult who agrees) or your own pet, face clear and toward the camera.
The cake has to be in the photo for the candles, and the glass for a toast.
From the waist up works better than a far-away shot.

Can I make one for a child's birthday?

No. Photos of anyone under 18 aren't allowed here. Make one with your pet, or with the adults at the party who agree.

How much does it cost?

From $3.99 for a 5-second 480p clip on Seedance 2.0 Mini; a 10-second 720p video on Seedance 2.0 Fast is $9.99. You see the price before you pay, there's no subscription, and if you're not happy with your first paid video you get a full refund within 7 days.

Rules

Photos of yourself, of adults who agreed, of your own pets, or of places and things.
Never anyone under 18, and no public figures or celebrities.